Alciato's Book of
Emblems

Emblem 92

The picture of Ocnus: on those who give to prostitutes what ought
to be turned to good use

The hardworking man never ceases braiding rope from grass,
joining moist strands with his skilful hand; yet, as much as he
with difficulty can turn in many hours, the she-ass of slothful
stomach devours right away. Woman, that lazy beast, seizes from her
good-natured husband the
money he heaped up, and wastes it on her
own adornment.